KATHMANDU, AUGUST 11
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli urged the Lumbini provincial government to prioritize increasing production and employment alongside infrastructure development.
In a discussion today at the Prime Minister's official residence in Baluwatar with Lumbini Province Chief Minister Chet Narayan Acharya, PM Oli recommended expanding markets through agricultural industrialization, including the cultivation of advanced crop varieties on suitable soils.
"Spending on physical structures like buildings and offices does not lead to an immediate increase in production. We have fertile land, water, and a suitable climate. There are many opportunities to boost production and employment through hard work," said Prime Minister Oli. He added, "Organizations and workers from our political parties should also engage in such efforts. Everyone must focus on solving citizens' problems collectively."
He emphasized the importance of banning the export and import of impure and contaminated foods, noting that healthy food is essential for the health of the population.
Referring to the current political equation, Prime Minister Oli stated that this government was formed due to the country's special circumstances and is working on identifying and addressing common national problems.
He also highlighted the deficit budget the government is operating under and called on everyone to work towards ending this situation. PM Oli stressed the importance of consensus, cooperation, and delivering results for the people without getting entangled in debates over participation and roles in governance.
Chief Minister Acharya sought the federal government's support in managing the budget and infrastructure development for relocating the provincial capital from Rupandehi to Dang.
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel, CPN (UML) General Secretary Shankar Pokhrel, and others participated in the discussion.
